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Phuket’s six new COVID-19 cases all from Patong, total hits 53
Phuket’s six new COVID-19 cases all from Patong, total hits 53
PHUKET: All six new confirmed cases of COVID-19 announced by the Phuket Communicable Disease Committee today (Mar 29) were from Patong. The six new cases bring the total number of officially recognised cases of people infected with the virus in Phuket since the outbreak began to 53.
Europe virus toll surges, peak still far off
Europe virus toll surges, peak still far off
WORLD: Europe was reeling from a staggering surge in coronavirus deaths yesterday (Mar 28), still days or weeks from what experts desperately hope will be the epidemic’s peak.
Thai AirAsia cancels all domestic flights next month
Thai AirAsia cancels all domestic flights next month
THAILAND: Thai AirAsia will suspend operations on all domestic routes from April 1-30, the airline announced on Friday (Mar 27).
Cafe Society: Spice up your cup with a Dirty Chai
Cafe Society: Spice up your cup with a Dirty Chai
A beautiful location with stunning views, plus an excellent coffee menu, combine for a picturesque coffee break along the Rawai coast. Rustic and Blue - By The Sea opened in early February. Little sister to the successful Rustic and Blue - The Farm Shop in Chiang Mai, Phuket’s branch has quickly become a local favourite. The atmosphere is charming, the staff welcoming and the menu is entirely fresh and creative.
Sustainably Yours: Why COVID-19 gives me hope for climate change
Sustainably Yours: Why COVID-19 gives me hope for climate change
We’re living through strange and uncertain times having gone from the climate crisis of 2019 directly into the health crisis of 2020. No need to go to the cinema anymore to watch the latest Hollywood disaster movie, these days it seems as if we’re all living through one and you just need to turn on BBC or CNN. Hurricanes, volcanoes, floods, droughts, fires, now a virus, dare I ask what’s next?
All Phuket beaches closed
All Phuket beaches closed
PHUKET: All beaches in Phuket have been closed by order of the Phuket Governor to combat the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus.
Phuket COVID-19 PUI man flees designated accommodation, convinced to return
Phuket COVID-19 PUI man flees designated accommodation, convinced to return
PHUKET: A man who fled his designated accommodation in Phuket Town where he was under observation on suspicion of being infected with the COVID-19 coronavirus was convinced to return to his safe zone by police and health officers yesterday (Mar 27).
Soi Dog carries out GDP annual vaccination
Soi Dog carries out GDP annual vaccination
As life in Phuket slows to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic, Soi Dog Foundation’s vital work to help the island’s vulnerable street animals continues.
Phuket Governor extends ‘voluntary street curfew’, warns of strict enforcement
Phuket Governor extends ‘voluntary street curfew’, warns of strict enforcement
PHUKET: Phuket Governor Phakaphong Tavipatana has issued a notice asking for cooperation from all local residents and tourists – both Thai and international – to stay off the streets and away from public areas from 8pm to 3am each night.
Thailand records another COVID-19 death, 109 new cases, 1,245 total
Thailand records another COVID-19 death, 109 new cases, 1,245 total
BANGKOK: The Public Health Ministry on Saturday (Mar 28) reported 109 new coronavirus cases and one death, bringing the total to 1,245 cases and six fatalities.
Education Corner: Taking flight after graduation
Education Corner: Taking flight after graduation
High school seniors are completing the final steps of secondary education. They are taxiing towards the active runway, called “exams”, down which they will lumber like a fully loaded 747 and then, just like that, they will be airborne. The mathematical miracle of flight is, I believe, less complicated than the transition of a young person on their way to autonomy. The runway to independence intersects the university planning process, a process which is often thought to facilitate the transition from childhood to adulthood. Recently, I visited with a group of seniors to reflect on this “quasi” rite-of-passage. As senior year begins, the recognisable force is “drag”. Students don’t expect applications to be difficult, time-consuming or complicated. Quickly, they are overwhelmed by downpours of information, thunderstruck by rigid entry requirements, and a fog of ambivalence clouds previous itineraries for coveted destinations: lengthy forms and impossible essays fuel feelings of inadequacy. A teen’s emotional control panel glows red with warning lights. Reliably, the mechanical failure is procrastination. A college applicant’s first flight is always delayed, until that is, the pilot realises, it’s not a solo. Eventually, students persuaded by fellow passengers and flight crews, reignite their internal electrical system, and the preflight checklist begins anew. Teachers are invaluable, providing mock interviews, essay editing and coaching for exam questions designed to trick well-trained critical thinkers. Counsellors keep a realistic eye on the forecast, maintain calm, solve problems, replenish confidence and leverage networks for alternative flight plans. Classmates and parents provide essential companionship helping students steer through the turbulent anticipation. By early December, the tarmac is full of applicants, requesting clearance for take-off. The primary thrust, to let their applications fly, is trust. Most students will describe this dynamic as a force transferred from parents. Students report; “My parents allowed me to express my choices and decisions.” Or, “Although they did not help me much, they played critical roles, supporting me when I was overwhelmed.” And, “Even the question of whether to attend university was a choice of ‘if’ rather than ‘when’. My desires motivated the universities I chose.” Adding, “My parents were mostly hands-off, trusting me to make my application without pressuring me; they helped me complete personal and financial data.” The confidence a student feels from significant others helps them withstand the grounding, gravitational pull of doubt. University applications are submitted between November and March. Students are in the air for days, often months. In the event of weather, students have learned to trust themselves while employing a practical toolkit of skills for navigation. A new class of pilots will soon graduate from the life simulation of university applications. It’s not quite a rite of passage, but useful just the same. Casey Nolen Jackson is one of two University Counsellors at British Inter­national School, Phuket.
Six more COVID-19 cases confirmed in Phuket, total hits 47
Six more COVID-19 cases confirmed in Phuket, total hits 47
PHUKET: The Phuket Communicable Disease Committee announced today (Mar 28) that six new COVID-19 cases in Phuket have been confirmed, bringing the total number of officially recognised cases of people infected with the COVID-19 coronavirus in Phuket since the outbreak began to 47.
Singapore may jail people who stand close
Singapore may jail people who stand close
WORLD: People in Singapore could be jailed for up to six months if they intentionally stand close to someone else, under tough new rules announced yesterday (Mar 27) to halt the spread of the coronavirus.
Four passengers die on stranded Dutch cruise ship
Four passengers die on stranded Dutch cruise ship
WORLD: Four passengers have died aboard a cruise ship carrying scores of people with flu-like symptoms that has been stranded off the Pacific coast of South America for several days, the liner company said yesterday (Mar 27).
52 hotels in Phuket announce plans to close: THA President
52 hotels in Phuket announce plans to close: THA President
PHUKET: Fifty-two hotels in Phuket have announced their plans to close due to the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak, Thai Hotels Association (THA) chairman Kalin Sarasin has revealed.
Living with COVID-19
Living with COVID-19
There is nowhere you can go in Phuket without the COVID-19 coronavirus determining every aspect of your life, other than staying at home hoping not to become infected. Here is a reality check on what COVID-19 means in Phuket.
Italy, Spain suffer record virus deaths as British PM tests positive
Italy, Spain suffer record virus deaths as British PM tests positive
WORLD: Italy yesterday (Mar 27) recorded the most daily deaths of any country since the start of the coronavirus pandemic and Spain had its deadliest day, as British Prime Minister Boris Johnson became the first major world leader to test positive.
Chess Battles 2020 sees Phuket’s young masters shine
Chess Battles 2020 sees Phuket’s young masters shine
CHESS: The Lemonade Family Club and Southside Knights Chess Club co-hosted the first ever Phuket Chess Battles tournament for children under 13-years of age on Sunday, March 15th.
Russian arrested in Phuket for overstay, working as illegal taxi driver
Russian arrested in Phuket for overstay, working as illegal taxi driver
PHUKET: A Russian man who had overstayed in the country illegally for 163 days has been arrested for working as an illegal taxi driver, picking up tourists from Phuket International Airport.
Rawai Mayor asks Phuket Governor permission to close Nai Harn Beach
Rawai Mayor asks Phuket Governor permission to close Nai Harn Beach
PHUKET: Rawai Mayor Aroon Solos has confirmed to The Phuket News that he has not closed Nai Harn Beach. However, he has requested permission from the Phuket Governor to do so.